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July 15, 2021
SUSSEX COUNTY- Habitat for Humanity is getting back to some normalcy one day at a time.
During the pandemic, they needed to adjust how they were going to build houses and what services they would offer.
They said the past year really shined a light on other services they can provide like helping with energy efficient programs and keeping people in their homes.
But, as restrictions have lifted and vaccinations are being given out, the organization is staying optimistic as things are looking up.
“We’ve seen in the recent months with volunteers are starting to come back out in larger numbers, we can accommodate small groups, which we weren’t able to do during the pandemic and we’ve also added all these other services around repairs and energy efficiency,” Kevin Gilmore, Executive Director of Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, said.
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CommUNITY clean-up day brings more than just cleaner streets
June 26, 2021
GEORGETOWN, Del. – Residents spent the morning and early afternoon cleaning up the town, but it involved more than just picking up trash. They tell us they were focused on unity and bringing people together. “We missed being able to see people’s face, so this just makes me so happy,” says Laura Dye, a volunteer and Manager of a local Starbucks.
Georgetown residents young and old came together for unity. We’re told this community clean up day is doing more than just making the town beautiful on the outside, it’s also about making the connections on the inside just as beautiful. Event organizers say, that starts with residents and businesses. “Create hope and opportunity for not just the residents but the business owners to create those connections and make them stronger,” says Barbara Carter, the Neighborhood Revitalization Coordinator for Sussex County Habitat for Humanity.
Habitat for Humanity International board member Ronald Terwilliger reflects on the second anniversary of Habitat's Cost of Home U.S. advocacy campaign and why he is a longtime supporter of Habitat's work.
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